Meaning & Definition of word "Slant"

Slant

/slænt/

1. a slope, especially in a surface or a line; an inclination or angle.
- Example: The roof has a steep slant that allows snow to slide off.
2. a particular perspective or viewpoint, often biased.
- Example: The article had a slant that favored the politician's policies.
3. the act of slanting or a slanting position.
- Example: He took a slant on the matter that differed from the mainstream opinion.

1. to incline or bend from a straight line or position; to tilt.
- Example: The artist decided to slant the painting to create a dynamic effect.
2. to present or interpret in a particular way, often biased.
- Example: The news report was slanted to emphasize the positive outcomes of the event.

Middle English, from the Old French 'eslanter', based on the Latin 'explanare' meaning to level or lay flat.

slant of light:

The angle of light coming from a source.

slant on the facts:

A particular interpretation or viewpoint on the facts.

incline:

To lean or slope in a particular direction.

angle:

The space between two intersecting lines or surfaces at or close to the point where they meet.

bias:

A tendency to lean in a certain direction, often unfairly.

Meaning: A biased interpretation.

Example Sentence: The article had a major slant towards the opposition.

Meaning: A unique or altered perspective.

Example Sentence: She gave her own slant on the business proposal.